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Background: Stunting occurs due to a lack of micro and macro nutrients which are not sufficient both in quality and quantity, and also due to the presence of chronic diseases, especially when still in the womb until the age of 2 years. The prevalence of stunting can also be caused by exclusive breastfeeding status. Giving breast milk for less than 4 months has a risk of 7.325 times greater for disrupting its development compared to toddlers more than 4 months getting breast milk.
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